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Sarina Wiegman extends England contract amid squad evolution challenges

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 8:15 PM

Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Sarina Wiegman extends England contract amid squad evolution challenges
Summary

Sarina Wiegman has signed a contract extension with the England women's national team that lasts until after the 2029 UEFA Women's Euro. Since taking charge in September 2021, she has led the Lionesses to two European Championships and a World Cup silver medal. However, England faces challenges as key players age, and performances have dipped, a 4-0 loss to Spain in June. Wiegman must find successors to aging stars and is looking to integrate younger talent as she prepares the team for upcoming World Cup play-offs against Ukraine later this year.

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  • •Wiegman has led England to two European Championships since 2021.
  • •England lost 4-0 to Spain in June, revealing areas to improve.
  • •Upcoming World Cup play-offs against Ukraine are scheduled before Christmas.
  • •Wiegman has given debuts to 24 players during her tenure.
  • •Key defenders Lucy Bronze and Alex Greenwood will be 37 and 36 by Euro 2029.
Latest Updates
  • 8:15 PMYahoo Sports — Building Lionesses 2.0 - Wiegman's new challenge awaits
  • 8:15 PMBBC Sport — Building Lionesses 2.0 - Wiegman's new challenge awaits
What they're saying
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England head coach Sarina Wiegman has changed women's football in the country, so what does she face after signing a contract extension?

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England head coach Sarina Wiegman has changed women's football in the country, so what does she face after signing a contract extension?

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